Are you ready to start living a more healthier lifestyle? Do you feel you’re eating healthy and exercising, but still not feeling healthy? Perhaps what we think is healthy really isn’t? Did you know that you can be eating nutritious food, but still be eating unhealthy? Below are a few guidelines to help guide you in your day to day activities that will get you on the right track to a more healthier lifestyle.
1. What—We should be eating a balanced diet with fresh vegetables, fruits and whole grains. Drink only when you are thirsty. The best exercise is 30 minutes a day of walking. You should wake up in the morning feeling rested and ready to go.
2. When—We should never eat or drink fluids after 7pm. Exercise at least 5 days a week. Do not bring work home, leave it at the office. Sleep is the most important, never take time from your sleep hours in order to do work or leisure activities.
3. How—Eat breakfast like a king, eat lunch like a prince and eat dinner like a peasant. Consume enough food to support your daily activities. We need more energy when we are most active physically and/or mentally. Less food at night when we are less active and not burning up the calories. We should never eat quickly or on the go. This is bad for the digestion and makes trouble for the Gallbladder. Pasta’s should not be eaten at dinner time if you are not going to be physically active. They are high in carbs and produce a lot of heat and energy. Unused carbs turn to sugar. Stay away from white flour products, only whole grain. Do not guzzle when drinking fluids. Ice cold fluids are hard on the stomach and slows down digestion. A desk worker needs less water/fluid intake than a hard labor worker. Stay away from energy drinks, they contain artificial sweetners and are excessive in vitamins and caffeine. Walk fast enough to break a sweat, but not excessive to where your clothing is soaked. You should not have shortness of breath, no fatigue or pain, you should feel energized afterward. Don’t think about work when you are at home.
You don’t have to do this on your own, get the whole family involved. Balance in our every day lifestyle is the key to living life to the fullest! Anything good for you can be bad for you if done excessively or not enough. Be moderate in all aspects of your life. Change old habits that are not in balance with your lifestyle and level of activity. In time you will reap the rewards of increased health and stamina. Good Health To You!
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Thyroid
Weight gain, fatigue, brain fog, depression and hair loss are only a few common symptoms associated with thyroid disorders. This problem can arise any time in life, there are no age or gender barriers. Many turn to drug therapy with the goal of feeling better, only to find themselves in a worse state.
You don’t have to suffer! Dr. Bo has great success in treating the cause of thyroid disorders. We look for what's causing the thyroid to malfunction and correct the cause with the end results of gaining your energy and life back!
You don’t have to suffer! Dr. Bo has great success in treating the cause of thyroid disorders. We look for what's causing the thyroid to malfunction and correct the cause with the end results of gaining your energy and life back!
Drug Therapy and Prescription Drug Side Effects
If you, a loved one or a friend is undergoing cancer treatments, you know that with drug therapy there are side effects of nausea, excessive sweating, fatigue and more.
80% of women treated for breast cancer suffer from hot flashes after being treated with chemotherapy and/or hormones. Although hormone replacement therapy is typically used to relieve these symptoms, breast cancer patients cannot use this therapy because it may increase the risk of the cancer coming back. As a treatment alternative, patients are generally treated with steroids and/or antidepressant drugs.
These drugs have additional side effects such as weight gain, nausea, constipation, insomnia, dizziness and fatigue.
There are alternatives to drugs. Recent studies have proven that acupuncture can ease cancer treatment side effects. The study compared the effectiveness of acupuncture to drug therapy and found that acupuncture was just as effective and had no side effects. The reduction in hot flashes lasted longer for those breast cancer patients after completing their acupuncture treatment, compared to patients after stopping their drug therapy plan. In Traditional Chinese Medicine the side effects experienced with drug therapy or prescription medications tells us what organs are being damaged by the drug therapy and treatment can be given to not only stop the damage but also repair what damage has already been done.
There are additional benefits of acupuncture treatment for cancer patients, such as a greater sense of well being and more energy. Also, Traditional Chinese Medicine can stop the damage that is being done by the drugs.
Source: Henry Ford Medical Group Researchers.
80% of women treated for breast cancer suffer from hot flashes after being treated with chemotherapy and/or hormones. Although hormone replacement therapy is typically used to relieve these symptoms, breast cancer patients cannot use this therapy because it may increase the risk of the cancer coming back. As a treatment alternative, patients are generally treated with steroids and/or antidepressant drugs.
These drugs have additional side effects such as weight gain, nausea, constipation, insomnia, dizziness and fatigue.
There are alternatives to drugs. Recent studies have proven that acupuncture can ease cancer treatment side effects. The study compared the effectiveness of acupuncture to drug therapy and found that acupuncture was just as effective and had no side effects. The reduction in hot flashes lasted longer for those breast cancer patients after completing their acupuncture treatment, compared to patients after stopping their drug therapy plan. In Traditional Chinese Medicine the side effects experienced with drug therapy or prescription medications tells us what organs are being damaged by the drug therapy and treatment can be given to not only stop the damage but also repair what damage has already been done.
There are additional benefits of acupuncture treatment for cancer patients, such as a greater sense of well being and more energy. Also, Traditional Chinese Medicine can stop the damage that is being done by the drugs.
Source: Henry Ford Medical Group Researchers.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Corrective Care - Getting to the ROOT of the problem
What is Corrective Care?
Corrective care differs from relief care in that it’s goal is to get rid of the symptoms or pain while correcting the cause of the problem as well. Corrective care varies in its length or time, but is more lasting. For example, a person might have headaches which resulted from blockage of Chi (energy) in a meridian (road construction on the highway). The blockage can cause an effect which is a reduction in blood supply to the head which in turn results in a headache.
Relief focuses on the symptoms: the headaches. Relief care would be similar to taking aspirin which, although it may temporarily alleviate the headaches, does nothing to correct the cause.
Corrective care focuses on making certain the blocked Chi - the cause - is corrected and therefore the headaches - the result - are gone.
The difference between relief care and corrective care can be illustrated by the following. Let’s say your house is cold because your furnace is not producing heat. For relief care you could buy an electric heater which could take care of your immediate discomfort. In the long run, however, running an electric heater is both less effective and more expensive than fixing the furnace.
Correction would have been to simply fix the furnace. Although it may have cost more initially, it would save you money in the long run.
How long does corrective care take?
Since each person is unique, the number of treatments and the length of time varies from one person to another. The determining factors are the severity and history of each person’s health problem, as well as the general health of the individual. Other factors are the patient’s attitude, diet, lifestyle, and determination. Usually one treatment per week is necessary to begin with. Many conditions can be alleviated very rapidly with acupuncture and herbs. Our goal is to make you feel better which is experienced when the symptoms begin to disappear, however, this is not the time to stop your treatment. Dr. Bo will determine by your internal pulses when a complete correction has taken place. Not everyone can reach complete correction. Sometimes a person’s problem has reached a point that complete correction is impossible. Dr. Bo will inform you of the severity of your problem and if correction is possible. If complete correction is not possible, then Dr. Bo will work to bring your health up to its greatest potential.
Great reason to continue care
Continue Your Progress: The body takes longer to heal than the pain or symptoms last. Continuing care encourages your body to heal completely and faster than on-again, off-again treatments.
Prevent a Relapse: Without continued care, your organs and Chi will return to their unhealthy state. Part of the corrective care phase retains and stabilizes proper Chi flow. Following all of the recommendations Dr. Bo makes (dietary, lifestyle, etc.) will ensure a relapse does not occur. Once a complete correction has taken place, be sure to keep your health in check by returning every 6 months for a complete health checkup.
Corrective care differs from relief care in that it’s goal is to get rid of the symptoms or pain while correcting the cause of the problem as well. Corrective care varies in its length or time, but is more lasting. For example, a person might have headaches which resulted from blockage of Chi (energy) in a meridian (road construction on the highway). The blockage can cause an effect which is a reduction in blood supply to the head which in turn results in a headache.
Relief focuses on the symptoms: the headaches. Relief care would be similar to taking aspirin which, although it may temporarily alleviate the headaches, does nothing to correct the cause.
Corrective care focuses on making certain the blocked Chi - the cause - is corrected and therefore the headaches - the result - are gone.
The difference between relief care and corrective care can be illustrated by the following. Let’s say your house is cold because your furnace is not producing heat. For relief care you could buy an electric heater which could take care of your immediate discomfort. In the long run, however, running an electric heater is both less effective and more expensive than fixing the furnace.
Correction would have been to simply fix the furnace. Although it may have cost more initially, it would save you money in the long run.
How long does corrective care take?
Since each person is unique, the number of treatments and the length of time varies from one person to another. The determining factors are the severity and history of each person’s health problem, as well as the general health of the individual. Other factors are the patient’s attitude, diet, lifestyle, and determination. Usually one treatment per week is necessary to begin with. Many conditions can be alleviated very rapidly with acupuncture and herbs. Our goal is to make you feel better which is experienced when the symptoms begin to disappear, however, this is not the time to stop your treatment. Dr. Bo will determine by your internal pulses when a complete correction has taken place. Not everyone can reach complete correction. Sometimes a person’s problem has reached a point that complete correction is impossible. Dr. Bo will inform you of the severity of your problem and if correction is possible. If complete correction is not possible, then Dr. Bo will work to bring your health up to its greatest potential.
Great reason to continue care
Continue Your Progress: The body takes longer to heal than the pain or symptoms last. Continuing care encourages your body to heal completely and faster than on-again, off-again treatments.
Prevent a Relapse: Without continued care, your organs and Chi will return to their unhealthy state. Part of the corrective care phase retains and stabilizes proper Chi flow. Following all of the recommendations Dr. Bo makes (dietary, lifestyle, etc.) will ensure a relapse does not occur. Once a complete correction has taken place, be sure to keep your health in check by returning every 6 months for a complete health checkup.
The Five Criteria of Good Health
Modern medicine is very detailed in its knowledge of human physiology and pathology. Nevertheless, the state of good health has yet to be defined. Just as Einstein's most famous equation (e=mc2) appears very simple, these criteria seem deceptively simple; however, they are based on profound theory. Einstein's famous equation began as a complex theory, which was then greatly simplified to the immortalized equation. The same holds true for these five criteria.
1. Normal Appetite
Feeling hungry at mealtimes; being able to taste and smell the food, consuming the proper amount of food.
2. Bowel Movements
Twice per day (or more); as many times as we eat is how many times we should have a movement. Stools should be firm and long, brown in color; feeling of having adequately emptied the bowels is necessary.
3. Proper Urination
Five to seven times daily (less if one is working strenuously). The color should be pale yellow and an adequate amount of urine and force to expel the urine is necessary.
4. Proper Sleep Pattern
The ability to sleep through the night without waking up and feeling adequately rested upon arising.
5. Cool Face, Warm Limbs
Face should feel comfortably cool, not hot. Back of hands and feet should feel cool, while palms and soles feel warm.
1. Normal Appetite
Feeling hungry at mealtimes; being able to taste and smell the food, consuming the proper amount of food.
2. Bowel Movements
Twice per day (or more); as many times as we eat is how many times we should have a movement. Stools should be firm and long, brown in color; feeling of having adequately emptied the bowels is necessary.
3. Proper Urination
Five to seven times daily (less if one is working strenuously). The color should be pale yellow and an adequate amount of urine and force to expel the urine is necessary.
4. Proper Sleep Pattern
The ability to sleep through the night without waking up and feeling adequately rested upon arising.
5. Cool Face, Warm Limbs
Face should feel comfortably cool, not hot. Back of hands and feet should feel cool, while palms and soles feel warm.
Traditional Chinese Medicine-What is it?
Traditional Chinese medicine (also known as TCM) is a range of traditional medical practices used in China that developed during several thousand years. These practices include herbal medicine, acupuncture, and massage. TCM is a form of Oriental medicine, which includes other traditional East Asian medical systems such as Japanese and Korean medicine. TCM says processes of the human body are interrelated and constantly interact with the environment. Therefore the theory looks for the signs of disharmony in the external and internal environment of a person in order to understand, treat and prevent illness and disease. TCM theory is based on a number of philosophical frameworks including the Theory of Yin-yang, the Five Elements, the human body Meridian system, Zang Fu theory, and others. Diagnosis and treatment are conducted with reference to these concepts.
Healthy Eating
Healthy eating is the practice of making choices about what and/or how much one eats with the intention of improving or maintaining good health. The concept of healthy eating is a problem in this country where the lifestyle includes little physical exercise, a large food intake, and a trend towards factory-processed foods instead of home-cooked meals. Dr. Bo recommends eating whole foods and grains, not canned or frozen veggies, but fresh veggies out of the produce department. And when we get a craving for something sweet, Dr. Ashley recommends eating a handful of berries instead of refined sugars.
It’s during our most active hours that we need more energy, therefore, more protein is needed early in the day. If you are less active in the evening, try eating a lighter meal for dinner and make breakfast your big meal of the day. By changing the way you eat and taking a brisk walk after dinner, you not only become a healthier person, but you will lose unhealthy weight.
It’s during our most active hours that we need more energy, therefore, more protein is needed early in the day. If you are less active in the evening, try eating a lighter meal for dinner and make breakfast your big meal of the day. By changing the way you eat and taking a brisk walk after dinner, you not only become a healthier person, but you will lose unhealthy weight.
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